In the brutal, raw, and unblinking novel about the life of a young man named America, E.R. Frank is quite honest about the emotional and psychological chaos in the life of this character. The author is a therapist and social worker. Do you think she has created a character born out of her work with young people who have great difficulties in their lives?
Here are a few questions to ponder:
Is America a likeable and sympathetic character?
How do we get to know America and his interior thoughts?
What does it mean to "get lost in the system" and how did this affect America?
What is the significance of the shoelaces? Of the lighters?
Who contributes to America's ultimate forgiveness of himself? How?
How would you describe America? Is this an appropriate name for him?
If you liked America by E.R. Frank, try Life Is Funny and Wrecked
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